Oíche chiúin
Enya Lyrics


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Oiche chiuin, oiche Mhic De,
Cach 'na suan dis araon.
Dis is dilse 'faire le speis
Naion beag, leanbh ceansa 'gus caomh.

Criost, 'na chodladh go samh.
Criost, 'na chodladh go samh.
Oiche chiuin, oiche Mhic De,
Aoiri are dtus chuala 'n sceal.
Alleluia aingeal ag glaoch.
Cantain suairc i ngar is i gcein.

Criost an Slanaitheoir Fein.
Criost an Slanaitheoir Fein.

Silent night, night of God's son,
Everyone is asleep, the pair together.
The most faithful pair, watching with hope
A little baby, a mild and gentle child.





Christ, calmly asleep.
Christ, calmly asleep.

Overall Meaning

The song "Oíche chiúin" is a Gaelic adaptation of the very popular Christmas Carol "Silent Night". The lyrics in this version are pure and beautiful, with a mix of English and Gaelic phrases that create a soothing melody. The song is a lullaby, written for the birth of Jesus Christ, and conveys the feelings of love, hope, and peace that come with the birth of a child.


The first verse of the song is about the peacefulness of the night. As everyone is asleep, the couple watches over their newborn baby with faithful attention. The words suggest the intimacy of the moment between the parents and the child, and the peace that envelops the scene. The verse also mentions the child's innocence and gentleness, which are qualities often associated with a newborn baby.


The second verse of the song mentions the news of Christ's birth. The "angels calling" in "Alleluia" conveys the joyous nature of the announcement, with even the angels singing in celebration. The chorus repeats the phrase "Christ, calmly asleep", which emphasizes the importance of peace in this sacred moment. The song finishes with the words "Christ the Saviour himself", a reference to the significance of the birth and the miracle of redemption.


Line by Line Meaning

Oiche chiuin, oiche Mhic De,
Silent night, night of God's son,


Cach 'na suan dis araon.
Everyone is asleep, the pair together.


Dis is dilse 'faire le speis
The most faithful pair, watching with hope


Naion beag, leanbh ceansa 'gus caomh.
A little baby, a mild and gentle child.


Criost, 'na chodladh go samh.
Christ, calmly asleep.


Criost an Slanaitheoir Fein.
Christ, the Savior himself.


Aoiri are dtus chuala 'n sceal.
Shepherds first heard the news.


Alleluia aingeal ag glaoch.
Alleluia, angels calling.


Cantain suairc i ngar is i gcein.
Singing sweetly near and far.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: DP, JAMES MERRILL BRICKMAN

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The most angelic voice on earth ♥️ it's like a meditation to me

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Another commenter once described it as "music from Heaven."

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Listen "Eurielle". You would like too. Have good day with nice et destress spirit 👍

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@endovelyco1906

Enya should be one of the most listened artists that radios should pass on christmas time

@keithcurry9968

In a year with so much hate and loss, I needed this. Thank you Enya.

@yepiratesworkshop7997

Totally agree. That's how it hit me, too. I now have hope for 2021.

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